Analyst, Asset Management

Reporting to the Senior Director, Asset Management, the Analyst, Asset Management is accountable for the efficient, on-time and accurate delivery of portfolio reporting and analysis with respect to all aspects of Manulife’s Eastern Canada portfolio. The role also involves making supported recommendations on leasing strategies, capital investment programs, operational efficiencies and other value enhancement initiatives throughout the portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and maintaining strategic asset plans for each property in the portfolio, including implementation of asset management led initiatives
• Identify and recommend value initiatives within the assigned portfolio; including lease strategies, asset repositioning, development opportunities, supplier contracts, etc.
• Review and summarize leases and gain an understanding of the key legal clauses
• Facilitate the quarterly and annual property review and budgeting process in conjunction with property management and leasing teams
• Provide analytical support for major new and renewal tenant leases to facilitate negotiations
• Build and maintain cash flow valuation models to assess the value and cash flow implications of prospective lease transactions, proposed developments and various capital projects
• Provide support to investments teams during the due diligence process with respect to assets for sale or acquisition as needed
• Assess, monitor and provide updates on project budgets and schedules, with focus on variance analysis and cash flow forecasts
• Assist property management teams with building capital and operations related projects including cost benefit analysis, project status updates and other reports required for project approval and implementation
• Assist internal and external parties with the coordination and review of quarterly third-party appraisal process
• Attend property tours and inspections together with building relationships with brokerage community, appraisers, property, leasing and development managers and other partners
• Keep current with market trends and prepare market reports and research for internal use
• Support other real estate and portfolio related initiatives as assigned

What we are looking for

• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of relevant commercial real estate industry experience with an operator, landlord or service provider
• Undergraduate degree in real estate, business, math/statistics, urban planning, engineering or other relevant area of study
• Knowledge of real estate portfolio leasing, administration, procedures and legal terminology would be welcomed
• Candidates with knowledge of Argus Enterprise software preferred
• High technical proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge and demonstrated interest of financial and real estate markets
• Well-developed communication and negotiating skills
• Ability to meet multiple targets and work in a fast-paced working environment
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to detail and accuracy

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

Salary range is expected to be between

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.